University of Florida
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About University of Florida
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
The University of Florida is a large public university located on a suburban campus in Gainesville, Florida. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 34,924, and admissions are highly selective, with an acceptance rate of 24%. The university offers 105 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 91%, and a student-faculty ratio of 16:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $4,477, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $25,694.
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- #20 Ranked in Best Doctorate in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Programs
- #20 Ranked in Best Doctorate in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Programs
Admissions Breakdown
Retention Rate Insight
97% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
91% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scoresRequired to be considered for admission
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot required or recommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Not considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile28-33
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1300-1490
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
55k
Students enrolled
58%
Online student enrollment
16:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
31%
Unknown
1%
Black
3%
Hispanic
15%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
1%
Asian
7%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
21% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
119
Total Online Enrollment
31,583
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.58% online, 42% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
76% On-campus
24% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates23% online
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's21% online
Graduate Certificate42% online
Master's32% online
Doctorate7% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
56%
State Grant Aid
82%
Institution Grant Aid
34%
Pell Grant
21%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$15k
Average student debtafter graduation
$48k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Swimming Diving
- Tennis
- Gymnastics
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science And Related Fields. | |||
| 2 | Architecture And Related Services. | |||
| 3 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 4 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 5 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 7 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 8 | Education. | |||
| 9 | Engineering. | |||
| 10 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 11 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 12 | Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences. | |||
| 13 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 14 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 15 | History. | |||
| 16 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 17 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 18 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 19 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 20 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 21 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 22 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 23 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 24 | Psychology. | |||
| 25 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 26 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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